Ernest Osborne, 89, of Moore Avenue, Sprowston, died at his home on January 8 after developing mesothelioma decades after his exposure.

Norfolk Coroner’s Court heard that his illness was most likely caused during carpentry work in the 1970s, when he handled asbestos-containing boards without protection. 

Norfolk Coroner's Court in Norwich (Image: Denise Bradley)

Born in Lowestoft on September 19, 1936, Mr Osborne was the youngest of five........

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